On this auspicious occasion of Ganesha Chaturthi, let’s combine the divine power of Lord Ganesha with modern technology(AI) to reflect on how we can prevent cybercrimes. This article will discuss how Ganesha’s unique body structure and stories can be used with Artificial Intelligence (AI) to educate people and protect them from cyber frauds in the cyber world. I have been talking about AI and its impact on cybercrimes, legal institutions in my previous articles, do check them out to get more context.
Ganesha’s Unique Body Structure and Cyber Protection
1. Elephant Head and AI’s Knowledge:
Ganesha’s elephant head, along with AI, can be considered a symbol of intelligence and knowledge. In the context of cybercrime, this can be interpreted as, “when you receive an unknown message or call, do not get lured by superficial temptations. Instead of reacting immediately, think big-picture and respond with patience”.
2. Large Ears and AI’s Keen Perception :
Ganesha’s large ears symbolize “listen more, talk less”. In the world of cybercrime, this means sharing very little information about yourself with new people or on the internet. For example, It’s best not to share your Aadhaar or PAN information whenever possible. Like Ganesha’s large ears, organizations can use AI to perceive (monitor) and synthesize everything to detect and prevent cybercrimes.
3. Small Eyes and AI’s Sharp Focus :
Ganesha’s small eyes show the ability to pay attention to minute details. It is crucial to pay attention to even small details in online transactions, banking, and social media. For example, if a website URL begins with “http” instead of “https,” or if there are spelling errors in an email address or company name or in email/sms/whatsapp message body, it could be an indicator of cyber fraud. Similarly, AI agents in organizations can identify small clues and prevent cyberattacks.
4. Long Trunk – Investigation and Protection :
Ganesha’s trunk is a symbol of deep investigation. AI’s deep learning technology can analyze cyberattacks that have already occurred and protect organizations from financial and reputational losses by preventing similar future attacks.
5. Ganesha’s Vehicle and AI’s Fast Response :
Ganesha’s vehicle, the mouse, represents agility. When this agility is combined with AI’s speed, we can not only prevent cybercrime, but also take immediate action if we fall victim to it. If you are a victim of fraud, you should call 1930 immediately(ASAP) and freeze the bank account you sent money to before the criminal can withdraw the money. AI also helps the government and police quickly detect and control fast-spreading fake news, phishing links, and viruses.
Ganesha’s Stories and Cyber Education
Ganesha’s stories, when combined with AI, can be useful for educating people about cyber frauds.
1. The Story of Ganesha’s Intelligence:
In the story of the competition between Ganesha and Kartikeya, Ganesha used his intelligence to prove that circling his parents once was equivalent to circling the world. Through this story, we can educate people that AI can find simple and intelligent solutions against cyber frauds. For example, the general public can use AI to easily resolve their suspicions about a cyber fraud and find solutions.
2. Ganesha the Vighnaharta (Remover of Obstacles) :
Ganesha is called Vighnaharta because he removes all obstacles. AI can be used as the Vighnaharta of the cyber world. For example, AI-based antivirus software can detect viruses and provide protection from cyberattacks. Through this story, we can inform people about the capabilities of AI.
3. Ganesha Vehicle :
Ganesha’s vehicle, the mouse, is small but agile, and AI’s small agents also work smartly in the cyber world. For example, AI chatbots can warn people about cybercrime and provide advice on protection.
Similarly, AI can create online educational programs that include Ganesha’s stories. These programs can educate people about phishing, data theft, and other online frauds. AI can also create engaging videos or games based on Ganesha’s stories, which can make children interested in learning about cybersecurity. By combining the wisdom, alertness, and Vighnaharta power that Ganesha advocates with AI, we can create a powerful system to prevent cybercrimes. This Ganesha Chaturthi, let us all use AI for good and make the cyber world safer.